Learning without limits: A Laptop for Every Child
The national rollout of laptops for Form 1 students officially began today, Thursday 27th November, 2025, at Penal Secondary School where 168 laptops were distributed to students. This initiative marks a major step in ensuring that every learner has access to the tools necessary to thrive in an increasingly digital world.
The Honourable Kamla Persad-Bissessar SC, Prime Minister of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago and Member of Parliament for Siparia, joined Dr. the Honourable Michael Dowlath, Minister of Education, for the distribution. The Prime Minister called on the students to take advantage of the opportunities access to these devices present. “We have given you this laptop. It is your window to the world. Use it well.”
Minister Dowlath emphasised that technology has the power to transform how students learn, create and shape their futures. “We believe in learning without limits. Learning without limits means breaking down the barriers that historically held our students back, barriers of technology, geography, income, culture and an archaic education system. And so it means for us today, creating a society and educational environment where curiosity is encouraged creativity is nurtured and every students has access to tools to explore their full potential.”
Each device will be equipped with a built-in AI teaching assistant aligned to the Trinidad and Tobago secondary school curriculum. This tool offers personalised guidance that helps students revise, practise and strengthen their understanding of key concepts. Beyond academics, the laptops provide access to digital skills training, creative tools and emerging career pathways, empowering students to explore new possibilities in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
Dr. Lackram Bodoe, Minister of Health, Dr. Narindra Roopnarine, Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Culture and Community Development and Senator Dr. Natalie Chaitan-Maharaj, Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of the People, Social Development and Family Services were in attendance, showing their support for the students.
Laptop distribution will continue in the coming weeks. Parents will receive updates from their child’s school principal. The Ministry of Education remains committed to ensuring students across Trinidad and Tobago have access to high-quality educational tools such as laptops.
